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Review & strengthen DBS checks for risks, create lifetime safeguarding records

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I want the Government to review and strengthen DBS checks. Implement national pattern-recognition, improve cross-agency information sharing, create lifetime safeguarding records and automatic alerts to avoid missing repeated allegations or risks when people work with children or vulnerable adults.

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Review & strengthen DBS checks for risks, create lifetime safeguarding records

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I want the Government to review and strengthen DBS checks. Implement national pattern-recognition, improve cross-agency information sharing, create lifetime safeguarding records and automatic alerts to avoid missing repeated allegations or risks when people work with children or vulnerable adults.

National
336 reactions·100% agree
Shabana Mahmood

Shabana Mahmood

Home Secretary

Home Secretary

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Reasons for3
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